What is Bacteriostatic Water for Injection?
Bacteriostatic Water for Injection is a sterile, non-pyrogenic preparation of water that contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a preservative. It is widely used as a diluent or solvent for the reconstitution of drugs before administration by injection. Its bacteriostatic property helps prevent microbial growth, making it suitable for multiple withdrawals from the same vial.
Uses of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection
- Reconstitution of lyophilized injections
- Diluent for intramuscular or subcutaneous injections
- Solvent for preparing injectable solutions before administration
- Used in hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical preparations
- Ensures safe drug delivery
How Does Bacteriostatic Water for Injection Work?
Bacteriostatic Water itself has no pharmacological effect. The addition of benzyl alcohol acts as a preservative, preventing bacterial growth and allowing multiple withdrawals from the same vial. It simply serves as a sterile medium to safely dissolve or dilute injectable drugs before administration.
Common Side Effects of Bacteriostatic Water for Injection
- Local irritation or redness at injection site
- Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals to benzyl alcohol
- Rare risk of toxicity in neonates (hence contraindicated in newborns)
Why Choose Farbe Firma Pvt. Ltd.?
- WHO GMP-compliant injectable manufacturing
- State-of-the-art ampoule/vial lines
- Flexible MOQ & full contract manufacturing support
- Export presence in 30+ countries (Africa, CIS, Asia-Pacific, Latin America)
FAQs on Bacteriostatic Water for Injection
Q1: What is Bacteriostatic Water for Injection used for?
It is used as a diluent to dissolve or dilute drugs before injection.
Q2: What is the shelf life?
Typically 36 months from the date of manufacture.
Q3: Do you provide samples?
Yes, one-time testing sample can be provided for evaluation.
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